Strait of Hormuz negotiations continue amid conflicting signals from Washington and Tehran

Diplomatic efforts to secure commercial navigation through the Strait of Hormuz remain active, with talks continuing between Iran and Oman. Iranian authorities have emphasized that reopening the critical maritime route depends on American concessions, including sanctions relief and compensation, alongside mechanisms granting Tehran oversight of vessel traffic.

United States President Donald Trump suggested an agreement could be reached within days, while warning of severe consequences if maritime transit remains obstructed. Trump described the standoff as comparable to a chess match, downplaying immediate pressure on Washington while pointing to Iran's economic difficulties.

Concurrently, regional developments include the return of approximately 800,000 displaced Lebanese citizens to southern Lebanon as Lebanese and Israeli representatives conducted a seventh round of negotiations in Rome.

Sources: Avaz, CDM (Cafe del Montenegro), Dan, Klix, Vijesti.